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There was a sharp rise in the number of violent crimes, sexual offences and domestic burglaries recorded by police in Dorset last year, new figures reveal. It comes as the reduction in police officer numbers, including neighbourhood bobbies, is revealed. Campaigners say there is a link between a rise in crime and a cut in officer numbers. According to the latest data from the Office for National Statistics, violent crime across the county rose by 13 per cent from 12,216 to 13,745, with sexual offences rising by 14 per cent (1,295 to 1,478) and domestic burglaries increasing by 40 per cent from 1,538 to 2,146. Statistics reveal a steep rise in the ‘violence with injury’ category at 22 per cent (4,232 to 5,134), the third highest increase across all police forces in England and Wales. There were also almost 300 more records of bicycle thefts from 1,010 to 1,309, a 30 percent increase. The figures, for the year ending September 2017, are compared to figures … [Read more...] about Sharp rise in crime across Dorset

By Lewis Krauskopf NEW YORK (Reuters) – Volatility awaits shares of U.S. construction, engineering, building materials and other companies tied to infrastructure spending, but steel-nerved investors could be poised for gains if they weather a few bumps. The stocks are set to be in focus in the coming weeks as President Donald Trump seeks legislation geared at overhauling the country’s ageing roads, bridges and other infrastructure, fresh off passage of a tax reform bill by his Republican party. A bipartisan group of U.S. senators met with administration officials this week to discuss legislation to spend $1 trillion to improve infrastructure. An infusion of federal spending is expected to boost infrastructure-sensitive companies, but the stocks could see a rocky performance as a bill maneuvers through Congress and details of any legislation emerge. Improving the country’s infrastructure, which last year was given a failing grade by the American Society of Civil … [Read more...] about Investors green-light infrastructure trade, but expect road bumps

Ten people have been left injured after a city centre "assault". Emergency crews were called to the scene in Portland Square, Bristol, following reports of a number of people being attacked this morning. Police say a man in a "distressed state" has since been detained. He is accused of assaulting "a small number of people". A photo from the scene shows a woman being looked after by an officer as she lies on the ground, waiting for an ambulance, the Bristol Post reports. It is understood she has been taken to hospital following the incident. Avon and Somerset Police spokesperson said: "A man in a distressed state has been detained after assaulting a small number of people. "None of the injuries are believed to be serious." The incident was reported at around 8am. Police later confirmed 10 people were hurt and a weapon was not used in the alleged attack. South Western Ambulance Service said the service was called to reports of an assault at 8.06am. A spokesman said: "There was one … [Read more...] about Bristol city centre “assault”: Ten people injured in rush-hour street attack as police detain “distressed” man

A THUG on a moped looks for a target, armed with a red claw hammer - just hours after a pair wielding an identical-looking weapon terrorised shoppers.The man was snapped as he pulled up outside a pub with an accomplice in a bid to steal a parked scooter.They failed and sped off in Belsize Park, North West London around 6pm last Thursday - the same day moped riders wielding a red hammer mounted pavements in an attempt to snatch phones from West End shoppers.Police are probing the incidents amid fears the same pair were behind them.Describing the Belsize Park incident, onlooker Alex Pride said the would-be thieves were armed with a hammer and a metal grinder as they attempted to steal a scooter.In a Facebook post, he claimed the brazen thieves tooted their horns and waved at helpless police officers, who allegedly told onlookers to "let them steal the bike" as they couldn't keep up with the riders.The scooter was reportedly damaged but not stolen.Also on Thursday, four men wearing … [Read more...] about Moped rider caught brandishing red hammer during attempt to steal motorbike just hours after IDENTICAL weapon was used by gang to terrorise shoppers in London’s West End

BRITISH tourists arriving back into the UK from The Gambia broke down in tears with relief last night.As many as 3,500 Thomas Cook customers are being flown out of the tiny west African state over the coming days after the Foreign Office issued a stark warning on Tuesday night against "all but essential travel".Many arriving into Manchester Airport last night broke down in tears and comforted one another as they looked visibly relieved to be back on British soil.However, hundreds still remain trapped in The Gambia with some telling of their "living nightmare" as the country descends into chaos and potential war.A military commander with the West African regional bloc known as ECOWAS - which includes Nigeria - announced that troops were positioning along Gambia's borders with Senegal.Holidaymakers described confusion before being greeted by a "nightmare" situation at the airport in the country's capital, Banjul, when they arrived to board flights alongside desperate locals on … [Read more...] about Brits break down as they arrive back in UK from Gambia as Senegal prepares to invade – with those still stranded telling of their ‘living nightmare’

TENNIS ace Andy Murray and veteran comedian Ken Dodd have been knighted in a New Year’s Honours list full of heroes.They are joined by four-time Olympic champ Mo Farah, also made a Sir, and Jessica Ennis-Hill, who becomes a Dame.In all, 110 Olympic and Paralympic stars are rewarded in some way for their heroics in Rio this summer, including the entire womens’ hockey team.Wales football manager Chris Coleman receives an OBE.Theresa May paid tribute to those recognised, saying: “Congratulations to all those receiving honours today.“It’s great so many from different walks of life are getting recognition.”But the PM faced a backlash last night over a knighthood for Mark Lowcock, the mandarin in charge of Britain’s mammoth aid budget.Also honoured are businessman David Ord, who has donated nearly £1million to the Tories over the past decade, plusMPs and Mrs May’s former Home Office staff. Around three-quarters of the awards went to people … [Read more...] about New Year’s honours list 2017 in full – from Andy Murray and Victoria Beckham to Mo Farah and Jessica Ennis-Hill

VIOLENT protests spread across the US yesterday as outrage boiled over at ­Donald Trump’s shock win.Furious demonstrators hung effigies of the President-elect and burned the American flag.Armed cops fought running battles with rioters and arrested more than 100 after balaclava-wearing gangs lobbed Molotov cocktails, threw ­bottles and smashed up police cars.Rioters held banners threatening to kill Mr Trump, as others warned of a war with casualties on both sides.A string of Democrat-backing celebrities including Katy Perry and Ariana Grande called for a “revolution” after Hillary Clinton lost.Lady Gaga tweeted: “The chaos in USA is result of Trump’s irresponsible campaigning. He is not a role model, look at this mess he created.”Comic Sarah Silverman posted she “hasn’t cried this hard since my mom’s funeral”.Brit singer Adele also wept over Mr Trump’s win at a concert in Houston, Texas.Referring to his … [Read more...] about Donald Trump effigies and American flags burned as thousands fill streets of US cities in angry protests as celebs demand ‘revolution’ over vote

A METROPOLITAN police officer is under investigation for racism after telling a pro-kurd activist "you don't tell me what to do in my country".PC Marcus Tyson made the shocking comment when responding to a woman who told him to "get out of here" during an ugly clash in London's Portland Place last month.Footage was posted of the clash online, sparking a racism probe against the officer - who has served on the frontline for almost 29 years.Despite being at risk of losing his job for gross misconduct, the officer has slammed the investigation as "Stalinist thought police".He has accused superiors of "oppressive political correctness" and said colleagues are "afraid to do their jobs properly" as a result.The PC told the Sunday Times: "I would like to know upon what basis they regard my statement as being racist - it is purely a statement of fact that this is my country."The action of the Department of Professional Standards has taken against me is so wildly over the top, it discredits the … [Read more...] about Met cop under investigation after being filmed telling pro-Kurd protestor: ‘Don’t tell me what to do in my country’

FORMER NBA sensation Sebastian Telfair has been arrested in New York after being caught with a cache of deadly weapons inside his truck.The 32-year-old was with his nephew Jami Thomas, 18, when cops pulled him over around 2.50 am on Sunday morning during a routine traffic stop.Officers say they found three loaded pistols, a gas-operated submachine gun, extended magazines, ammunition and a bullet-proof vest.The pair had been driving in a Ford F-150 pickup truck without the headlights on, prompting officers to stop them, sources said.They had been parked illegally on a median on Atlantic Avenue near Classon Street just before the incident.After being pulled over, cops smelled marijuana and then spotted a burning joint inside the truck.They then asked Telfair and Thomas to step out of the vehicle and placed them under arrest.Upon searching the truck, it's claimed officers discovered two bags of pot and the pair’s gun collection — which included a … [Read more...] about Sebastian Telfair arrest – Ex-NBA basketball star busted in car loaded with MACHINE GUNS, dozens of bullets and drugs in New York

ONE of US soccer's biggest stars and a former Premier League midfielder was booted out of Disney World in Florida after a furious drunken row.Alex Morgan, who has won 130 caps for her country and helped them to Olympic gold at London 2012, was "highly impaired" as she was frog-marched out of the Epcot Centre theme park on Sunday.And TMZ report that she was out of control and knew "the Orlando SWAT team" as she tried to pressure security officers to let her go before she was forcibly removed.The 28-year-old, who plays for Orlando Pride and spent last season on-loan at Lyon, and her friends were seemingly hammered as they partied at bar in the UK section of the Disney resort.Among her party was former England U19 international and Derby and West Brom midfielder Barnes and his fellow Orlando City ace Donny Toia.According to a report from Orange County Sheriff's Department, Barnes got into an argument after he queue jumped.He was then escorted out of the park before security were summoned … [Read more...] about Former Derby and West Brom Premier League star and US soccer stunner Alex Morgan thrown out of Disney World